The Best Songs of the 2000s

What are the best songs from the 2000s?

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Popular sayings of the 2000s

Popular music of the 2000s

Other significant events in music include:

2000: Eminem's second LP, The Marshall Mathers LP sells 1.76 million copies on its debut week, becoming the fastest selling rap album ever.

2001: We all know what happened this year. In fact, we not only know what happened, but we all also know exactly where we were at 9AM on that morning. The date Sept. 11, 2001.

2002: U2 and Paul McCartney perform during the halftime show for Super Bowl XXXVI. U2's performance becomes a tribute to the victims of the September 11 terrorist attack.

2003: A lot happened this year. Legendary record producer Phil Spector is arrested for investigation of homicide after the body of actress Lana Clarkson is found at his home in Alhambra, California. Madonna sparks media controversy by kissing popstars Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera at the 2003 MTV Video Music Awards. Michael Jackson is arrested on child molestation charges.

2004: Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake performed onstage at Super Bowl XXXVIII and the performance ended with her left breast being expose by Justin. The phrase "wardrobe malfunction" was coined due to the controversy.

2005: Carrie Underwood wins the fourth season of American Idol. Michael Jackson is acquitted of child molestation charges. Destiny's Child disbands.

2006: Madonna begins her confessions tour in Los Angeles, tickets sold out worldwide within minutes. Shakira's "Hips Don't Lie" sets record for most airplay ever.

2007: Led Zeppelin reunite in London for their first show in 25 years. Celine Dion performs for the final time after 5 years in Caesar's Palace Las Vegas.

2008: Lil Wayne's sixth album Tha Carter III sold 1 million copies in its debut week. David Cook wins 7th season of American Idol decided by 97 million votes, a record for the show.

2009: Michael Jackson dies unexpectedly due to cardiac failure. His personal doctor is suspected of giving him a lethal dose of Propofol, a powerful anesthetic.